Eye Disorders

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What is Glaucoma?

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A serious eye disease that can cause total blindness if untreated; it occurs when the aqueous fluid doesn't drain properly, leading to increased pressure in the anterior chamber.

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What is Pink Eye (Conjunctivitis)?

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A contagious condition caused by bacteria landing on the surface of the eye, resulting in itchiness, redness, and pus.

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What is a Cataract?

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The clouding of the lens of the eye, often due to aging or disease, which can impair vision.

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What causes Farsightedness?

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Farsightedness occurs when the eyeball is too short, causing difficulty in seeing nearby objects clearly.

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Is there a treatment for colorblindness?

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There is no treatment for colorblindness; it is a condition that cannot be corrected.

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What is Astigmatism?

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A common vision condition caused by an irregular shape of the cornea or lens, leading to blurred or distorted vision.

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What are Eye Floaters?

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Small spots or lines that appear in a person's field of vision, often caused by tiny pieces of gel or cells inside the vitreous humor.

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What is a Stye?

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A painful lump on the eyelid caused by an infection of the oil glands, often resulting in redness and swelling.

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What is the role of the cornea?

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The cornea is the clear front surface of the eye that helps to focus light onto the retina.

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What is the function of the retina?

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The retina is a layer of tissue at the back of the eye that converts light into neural signals for the brain to interpret.